IdeaMensch New Orleans

October 15th at Launch Pad

Ideas by themselves are of little value. Whether your idea is an app, a nonprofit, a book, a website or an invention – what matters is how you bring it to life. And really it doesn’t matter whether the idea you’re bringing to life is a business, a project or a cause – the one thing that connects all people with ideas are our passions, struggles and ways we go about bringing our ideas to life.

Our mission is to help people bring their ideas to life. That’s what we try to do through our daily interviews with folks ranging from Seth Godin to Tony Hsieh to Craig Newmark, and that’s what we’re trying to do with our 48-state road trip across America.

And that’s what we’re going to do with our event in New Orleans. At every event, we we bring in a wide range of awesome speakers who then spend 10 minutes talking about an idea they brought (or are bringing to life), how they did and what you can learn from it. And then you’ll have 10 minutes to ask them questions and continue the conversation. We try to create an intimate setting that allows for the audience to really engage with our speakers.

We promise you’re going to walk away with at least five super valuable nuggets of information to put to use for your own idea. This isn’t a networking event, but you’re sure to meet some fascinating people.

Jolie Bensen and Sarah Elizabeth Dewey are the Co-Founders of Jolie and Elizabeth, a contemporary women’s apparel company designed and manufactured in New Orleans and one of the only completely vertically integrated clothing companies in the South.

Nick Vivion is the Co-Founder of Unicorn Booty, the most followed LGBT news site in the world, covering gay news, world news, culture and gay-friendly businesses.

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Lisa Iacono is the Founder of Nola Sewn, a thriving local garment factory which acts as key partner in providing designers with the tools they need to emerge in the fashion industry.

Adam Biderman is the Chef and Owner of The Company Burger, a high-quality burger restaurant offering antibiotic-free, hormone-free beef patties served on locally baked buns .

Ben Bensen is the Founder of Graphic Gumbo, an illustrator who left Los Angeles to return to New Orleans a few years ago and since, has accumulated quite a range of clients, including the Air Force.

What People Say About Our Events

“I had the opportunity to attend the IM48 event in Missoula, MT and left inspired and energized. Mario and crew are the type of people who are pushing our society forward. The events they are coordinating are far more than opportunities to hear from successful entrepreneurs. Instead, it is my view the IM48 events encapsulate the powerful transformations that our occurring in 21st century economic life. These include the resurgence of the entrepreneur, ubiquitous technology, networking and the power of community. I believe our countries best days are ahead for a variety of reasons. For those who question my optimism I simply point you to any IM48 event and you will understand my position! You will meet people who are inventing, creating and connecting for the purpose of making their businesses, non-profits and communities better places. Simply put, I believe in them.”Cameron Lawrence, Missoula

I came into the event not expecting much as it sounded kind of like a me too event (see: TEDx, Ignite, etc), but I’m so glad that I went. IM48 completely blew my mind. The organizers are so great. The pure, concentrated hustle that they bring to the table made the Omaha event I went to beyond amazing, and I heard the Des Moines event was equally as awesome. It’s so surreal that it was organized on the fly, on the road. If they stop in your city — go. It’ll be a great time. And you’ll definitely learn something. Brett Neese, Des Moines

“If you’re hoping for a non-pretentious, inspiring environment to connect with great people and empower your ideas, do not miss IdeaMensch. These are the most genuine, good-natured people you’ll get to connect with, and they might even share a beer with you. Whereas TED seems to showcase extraordinary people, IM showcases and empowers ordinary people doing the extraordinary.”Thomas Bush, Los Angeles

The #IM48 stop in Seattle brought out a great mix of entrepreneurs, creatives, execs and technologists. It’s an event where you can show up not thinking you’ll know anyone, and end up having 10 inspiring conversations. Andy Boyer, Seattle

I was at the Portland event tonight. SO SO SO inspiring. I own and run my own medical practice, in addition to being a single parent of three, so my time is precious. The three hours I spent this evening at Instrument were just what I needed: inspiring, thought-provoking, engaging…and all with a nice cold beer Great way to top off a long Monday!Juniper Martin, Portland

Talks From Past Events

Why Are We Doing This?

IdeaMensch is a user-generated platform for entrepreneurs to share experiences and advice.